Category Archives: Architecture

The Bridge of Sighs

Posted on October 20, 2016 by babbityjean

The Bridge of Sighs, arching above the Rio Palazzo Canal in Venice, is considered one of the finest examples of baroque bridge architecture in the world.  Tourists flock to take its picture, and lovers often kiss in a gondola as … Continue reading →

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Italian Travel Destinations: Enchanting and (Almost) Secret Places

Posted on October 6, 2016 by babbityjean

Here is a brief list of beautiful places in Italy that usually remain outside the circuit of international tourism. Marina di Pisciotta, Campania             A medieval hamlet in the municipality of Pisciotta, Marina di Pisciotta (about 7 km from  Palinuro) is … Continue reading →

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Renzo Piano

Posted on June 9, 2016 by babbityjean

“La serenità dei suoi migliori progetti può quasi farci credere che viviamo in un mondo civile.” Il New York Times, 2009 Nato a Genova nel 1937, Renzo Piano è tra i più noti, prolifici e attivi architetti a livello internazionale … Continue reading →

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